Salvia 'Wendy's Wish'

Salvia 'Wendy's Wish' (Salvia x hybrida ‘Wendy’s Wish’ PP21889) is a striking and vigorous perennial known for its long blooming season and vibrant magenta-pink tubular flowers. Growing 3 to 4 feet tall with a similar spread, this compact, upright plant produces tall spikes of bright flowers from late spring through early fall atop dark red stems, making it highly attractive in garden beds, borders, or containers. The deep green, ovate leaves provide a lush backdrop with subtle maroon veining, while the plant’s aromatic foliage repels deer and is beloved by hummingbirds, butterflies, and pollinators.

Growing Salvia ‘Wendy’s Wish’

Light: Prefers full sun to partial shade for best flower production and healthy growth.

Soil: Adaptable to well-drained soils including chalk, loam, and sand with varied pH (acid to alkaline).

Water: Moderate water needs; tolerates occasional drought once established but best with regular watering for consistent bloom.

Fertilizer: Light feeding with balanced fertilizer encourages prolonged flowering but avoid over-fertilizing to prevent legginess.

Maintenance: Low-maintenance; pinch stems early in the season for bushier growth and deadhead spent flowers to extend bloom time. Cut back severely in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and vigor.

Hardiness: Best suited to USDA zones 9–11; in cooler climates, it may perform as a tender perennial or annual.

Wildlife: Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees, enriching pollinator-friendly landscapes.

Shipping Info

Salvia 'Wendy’s Wish' ships as a healthy, well-rooted plant ready for immediate planting in sunny borders, containers, or cottage gardens. Its vibrant color, long bloom period, and pollinator-friendly nature make it an outstanding choice for adding color and life to landscapes. Each plant is carefully packaged to ensure safe arrival and rapid establishment.